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Zucchini Fritters

These pan-fried zucchini fritters are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups grated zucchini
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Salt the grated zucchini, let it sit 10 minutes, then squeeze out the excess water.
  2. Mix the zucchini with flour, egg, parmesan, and green onions.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Scoop the batter into the pan, flattening into small patties.
  5. Fry 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
  6. Drain on paper towels and serve with a dollop of sour cream.

Notes

Squeezing out the water is the key to crispy, not soggy, fritters.